Activities As Autumn Turns to Winter Kim Bergström The onset of winter in Niigata's snow country is fast and furious, but after the first snow of the year, many fall elements still peek through.
Transportation Yahiko Station Kim Bergström One example of this in Niigata Prefecture is Yahiko Station, which was
Activities Ijimino Park Iris Garden Kim Bergström Located in the Shibata area of Niigata Prefecture, Ijimino Park is one of Japan's best parks for fans of irises.
Culture Fuji Rock Festival 2018 Jerome Lee Fuji Rock 2018 was held at the Naeba Ski Resort in Yuzawa, Niigata prefecture that saw N.E.R.D., Kendrick Lamar and Bob Dylan as headliners
6 At the Top of Yuzawa Kogen Jerome Lee was exactly what it was like at the top of the Yuzawa Kogen ropeway in Niigata
6 Culture Tomioka White Museum Kim Bergström The museum is situated in a scenic part of Minamiuonuma in Niigata, often referred to as yukiguni, or snow country.
Culture The Ito Mansion Alexis Guiral A description of my experience at the Ito mansion in Niigata prefecture.
Hakkai-san Firewalking Festival 2026 Tuesday - Oct 20th Hakkai-san Firewalking Festival - crossing hot coals barefoot in the mountains of Niigata to ensure health and prosperity